Greater Middle East Diplomacy Update Archive
FCNL's Greater Middle East Diplomacy Updates track congressional action on the interrelated conflicts in the Middle East and Central Asia in which the United States is a participant: Iraq, Israel-Palestine, Afghanistan, Pakistan, and the U.S.-Iran standoff. Each update provides tools constituents can use to advocate for a shift from U.S. military dominance in the region to policies rooted in inclusive diplomacy efforts and greater investment in long-term development. Subscribers receive two emails a month. Sign up for this list. Sign up for this list.
- Petraeus Asserts Israel-Palestine Conflict Harms U.S.; House Debates Afghanistan War (March 19, 2010)
- Kucinich Resolution Calls for Immediate U.S. Withdrawal from Afghanistan (March 5, 2010)
- Israeli Officials Boycott Congressional Delegation; Clinton Echoes Bush on Iran (February 19, 2010)
- Iran Sanctions Bills Threaten U.S. Diplomacy; Shift to Afghanistan Reconciliation? (February 5, 2010)
- Special Issue: One Year After the Gaza War (January 22, 2010)
- Iran Sanctions Action Shifts to Senate; Will Obama Engage the Taliban? (January 8, 2010)
- Congress Likely to be Slow to Press for Change in Afghanistan; McDermott and Ellison Address Gaza Suffering (December 11, 2009)
- Taking Stock: Much to be Thankful For, Much Work Ahead (November 27, 2009)
- House Goldstone Resolution Prompts Opposition Speeches (November 13, 2009)
- Congress Moves Iran Sanctions; J Street Succeeds Despite Attacks (October 30, 2009)
- House Approves Iran Divestment; Obey Says Afghanistan Could Cost $800 Billion (October 16, 2009)
- Iran: Disclosure of Second Nuclear Site Sparks Sanctions Calls; Israeli Defense Minister Declares Iran Not an Existential Threat (October 2, 2009)
- Iran Talks Begin amid Sanctions Pressure (September 18, 2009)
- Congressional Doubts on Afghanistan Grow; Iran Steps Could Ease Sanctions Pressure (September 4, 2009)
- U.S. Public Grows Skeptical of Afghan War (August 21, 2009)
- Congress Prepares More Iran Sanctions; Hamas Tacts Toward Two-State Solution (July 31, 2009)
- U.S., Iran Statements Suggest Nuclear Talks Likely; Obama Meets U.S. Jewish Leaders (July 17, 2009)
- Military Bill Endorses Afghanistan Escalation; Shows Resolve for Iraq Withdrawal (July 3, 2009)
- Kerry, Lugar Support Astute Obama Approach to Iran (June 19, 2009)
- Obama Commits to Middle East Peace in Cairo; Confirms Afghan Escalation (June 5, 2009)
- Conflicting Views on Obama Middle East Policy; War Funding Passes (May 22, 2009)
- Biden, Kerry Defend Administration at AIPAC; Iran Bills Challenge Obama Outreach (May 8, 2009)
- Clinton Faces Opposition on Iran, Israel-Palestine Policies (April 24, 2009)
- Around the Middle East in 80 Days: Our Take on Obama's Early Diplomatic Moves (April 10, 2009)
- Obama's escalation threatens Afghanistan; U.S. & Iran set stage for engagement (March 27, 2009)
- War Funding Soon; Withdrawals When? (March 13, 2009)
- Obama's Plan for Iraq, Unprecedented Support for Israel-Palestine Peace (February 27, 2009)
- Will Congress Support Israel-Palestine Peace? Complete Withdrawal from Iraq? (February 13, 2009)
- Iraq and Region Update for December 19, 2008
- Iraq and Region Update for December 5, 2008
- Iraq and Region Update for November 14, 2008
- Iraq and Region Update for October 31, 2008
- Iraq and Region Update for October 17, 2008
- Iraq and Region Update for October 3, 2008
- Iraq and Region Update for September 19, 2008
- Iraq and Region Update for September 5, 2008
- Iraq and Region Update for August 22, 2008
- Iraq and Region Update for August 8, 2008
- Iraq and Region Update for July 25, 2008
- Iraq and Region Update for July 11, 2008
- Iraq and Region Update for June 27, 2008
- Iraq and Region Update for June 13, 2008
- Iraq and Region Update for May 30, 2008
- Iraq and Region Update for May 16, 2008
- Iraq and Region Update for May 2, 2008
- Iraq and Region Update for April 18, 2008
- Iraq and Region Update for April 4, 2008
- Iraq and Region Update for March 19, 2008
- Welcome to FCNL's Biweekly Iraq and Region Update of March 7, 2008
- Welcome to FCNL's Biweekly Iraq and Region Update of February 22, 2008
- Welcome to FCNL's Biweekly Iraq & Region Update for February 8, 2008
- Iraq and Region Update for January 25, 2008
- Iraq and Region Update for January 11, 2008
- Iraq and Region Update for December 14, 2007
- Iraq and Region Update for November 30, 2007